Democracy

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Objective

I can explain that democracy means everyone gets a chance to help make choices.

Part 1 of 3

Warm-up video

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

What is democracy in your own words?

2

Imagine your class is deciding what game to play at recess. How could you use democracy to decide?

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Imagine your class is choosing a book to read. How can everyone get a chance to help make that choice? If you and your friends are deciding what to play, how can you make sure it's a democratic decision?

Sample answer included in the free materials

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